Sometimes it is difficult to want to get outside during the winter months; the cold temperatures, slippery ice and darkness cause most people to stay indoors. The "winter blues" are characterized by the mild depression, lack of motivation, and low energy that many people experience during this cold season. Here …
Have you ever considered that your musculoskeletal system needs a check-up? Just like your teeth get their yearly cleaning, your musculoskeletal system's health may need a little TLC as well. When we don't maintain our body's health it is easy to loose muscle and gain fat. Like the old saying …
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Pitcher's elbow is a common injury that occurs among young baseball players. Caused by overuse and repetitive motion, pitcher's elbow causes pain and swelling inside of the elbow, and can limit one's range of motion.
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Plantar fasciitis is a condition causing heel pain. Supporting the arch, the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue connecting the heel to the ball of the foot, can become inflamed or tear. You experience pain when you put weight on your foot - particularly when taking your first steps …
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Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a painful condition in which protective cartilage in the knee wears away over time, causing the bones to rub against each other, resulting in pain and difficulty with walking. Exercise therapy prescribed by a physical therapist has been found to be beneficial for reducing pain and …
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Are you participating in the biggest 3-on-3 basketball tournament on Earth? If you are not playing, it is beyond basketball - it is an outdoor festival with shopping, food and entertainment. The event is June 28 and 29, and we hope to see you out there!
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Hip impingement involves a change in the shape of the surface of the hip joint that predisposes it to damage, resulting in stiffness and pain. Hip impingement is a process that may precede hip osteoarthritis. It most often occurs in young, active people. A recent study found that 87 percent …
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"I could not use my shoulder at all. I was in so much pain. I could not stretch it out or lay on it. I can now do everything I could not do before. No pain, it is healed now and I can use it again without hurting. They are …
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Common gardening tasks, such as digging, planting, weeding, mulching and raking, can cause stress and strain on muscles and joints, especially for seniors or those who are normally sedentary. The shoulders, back, neck and knees are prime targets.
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Greater trochanteric bursitis, also known as greater trochanteric pain syndrome, is one of the most common causes of hip pain. While greater trochanteric bursitis affects both active and inactive individuals, it is most common in moderately active, middle-aged females or those who have recently increased their activity level. In all …
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Plantar fasciitis is a condition that causes heel pain. The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue connecting the heel to the ball of the foot that supports the arch, and can become inflamed or tear. You experience pain when you put weight on your foot, particularly when taking …
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Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition of the wrist and hand that can affect the use of the whole arm. It is caused by pressure on the nerve at the base of the palm (median nerve). Because of the demands that people place on their hands and wrists, …
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Because the shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body and has such a wide range of motion, it is more likely to dislocate than any other joint in the body. Dislocations are among the most common traumatic injuries affecting the shoulder. Athletes, non-athletes, children, and adults can all …
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The Achilles tendon is one of the most crucial and functional parts of the foot and, as luck would have it, it also is the most commonly ruptured tendon in the body. While Achilles tendon ruptures can occur for a variety of reasons, including sports injuries, steroid use, and other …
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Many things can influence a child, including friends, teachers and the things they see when they sit in front of the TV or computer. If you're a parent, know that your everyday behavior plays a big part in shaping your child's behavior, too. With your help, kids can learn to …
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When you reach for that bottle of vitamin C or fish oil pills, you might wonder how well they'll work and if they're safe. Before that, the first thing you should be asking yourself is whether you actually need them in the first place.
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Many people wonder if they are a candidate for physical therapy, or if physical therapy can help their ailment. Most people can benefit from physical therapy, whether their condition varies from a simple ankle sprain to a complex neurological disorder.
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"What do you think about barefoot running?" This is an interesting question because it is an emerging trend that appears to have gained some traction. Shoe companies such as Nike and Vibram have made the move to a more minimalist style of running shoe in recent years. It's important for …
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Chronic neck pain is something that can affect your work and personal life. If you have been suffering with neck pain for greater than three months, you would be categorized as having "chronic" neck pain. You don't need to suffer any more!
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You are not alone! Over 50 percent of pregnant women experience low back pain during their pregnancy. This pain can be debilitating, preventing you from working, taking care of your home, and taking care of your other children. Pregnancy-related lower back pain can be due to postural changes, ligament laxity …
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Overuse injuries are distinct from such commonplace trauma injuries as sprains, strains, broken bones and concussions. They are specific to the parts of the body most used during the athletic endeavor. These body areas can include the knees of athletes in sports that require running and jumping, such as basketball …
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Knee pain can be caused by disease or by injury. Knee pain can restrict movement, affect muscle control in the sore leg, and reduce the strength and endurance of the muscles that support the knee. The most common disease affecting the knee is osteoarthritis, which is caused by the cartilage …
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ITB syndrome is a frequently written about overuse injury that causes knee pain. Characterized by pain on the outside of the knee joint (lateral knee pain), ITB syndrome can bring runners to their knees, literally! But with the reported incidence of ITB syndrome, ranging from 1.6 percent to 52 percent, …
A recent review of studies found that 85 percent of adults experience low back pain, and about 20 percent call their pain severe or disabling. Chances are if you don't have back pain right now, you are likely to experience it at some time during your life.
Now is the time to rethink which athletic activity you plan to do in the new year to stay fit and healthy. First of all, let us consider your goal. Is this a time to improve your stamina, your flexibility, or your abdominal strength, or simply adapt your current exercise …
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